Aug 28

As US military bases close, Iraqis left behind 
    (AP)

AP – Just about every man from the village of al-Faris has worked at the nearby Taji military base. The American money and influence is seen in the new cars, the additions to houses, even the billiards hall with a guitar from an American soldier. Read the rest of this entry »

Aug 28

Returned US soldiers made 'America safer': Obama 
    (AFP)

AFP – US President Barack Obama in a YouTube message on Friday thanked US troops back from Iraq for their “dedication” and “courage” that “has made America safer.” Read the rest of this entry »

Aug 28

Most US Marines don't want gay roommates: general 
    (AFP)

AFP – The top US Marine on Tuesday said most Marines would prefer not to share a room with gay comrades, despite plans by President Barack Obama to lift a ban on gays serving openly in the military. Read the rest of this entry »